A Single Parent Guide - Ministry of Social and Family Development
A Single Parent Guide - Ministry of Social and Family Development
A Single Parent Guide - Ministry of Social and Family Development
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page • 07<br />
For medical expenses, ask to see the medical social worker. He will assess your<br />
needs <strong>and</strong> advise you on how to manage the cost <strong>of</strong> treatment.<br />
Maintenance<br />
Only women can get maintenance for themselves from their ex-husb<strong>and</strong> but any<br />
party (whether man or woman) can get maintenance from their ex-spouse for their<br />
children.<br />
How can I obtain, vary (change), revoke (cancel) <strong>and</strong> enforce a Maintenance<br />
Order?<br />
Both Muslims <strong>and</strong> non-Muslims can obtain, vary (change), revoke (cancel) <strong>and</strong><br />
enforce a Maintenance Order in the <strong>Family</strong> Court. You may vary or revoke a<br />
Maintenance Order only if there has been a significant change in the lives <strong>of</strong> the<br />
parties such that more maintenance is needed. For example, if a child graduates<br />
from primary to secondary school, <strong>and</strong> the school expenses are considerably higher.<br />
Or, if one party's ability to pay maintenance is affected. For example, if one party<br />
is involved in an accident, is paralysed <strong>and</strong> cannot work.<br />
It is advisable to consult a lawyer in the areas in which you are unsure. (See pages<br />
13-14 for more information on getting a lawyer.) If you cannot afford a lawyer,<br />
approach the relevant organisations for free or subsidised legal counselling services.<br />
(See pages 19-21.) You may have to meet eligibility conditions to qualify for help.
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